gymnastic

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Demi Lovato, attending the Coperni Womenswear show, seemed inspired by the 1980s gymnastic aesthetic, although we wouldn't want to attempt a beam routine in those pointed heels.

From BBC • Oct. 7, 2025

Throughout the washes of guffaws, chuckles and hysterics that accompanied Eddie Izzard’s set on Saturday night at the Hollywood Bowl, the British comedian, actor, logician and mimic performed gymnastic non-sequitur sequences and nuanced physical comedy.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2023

The sequence is a doozy, with long takes and gymnastic camera movements.

From New York Times • Feb. 3, 2023

In Olympic competitions, the "degree of difficulty" of a dive, gymnastic performance or ice-skating jump is factored into the score.

From Salon • Jan. 20, 2023

“I am determined to be a silent spectator of the silly and wicked game,” Adams explained to Abigail, “and to enjoy it as a comedy, a farce, or as a gymnastic exhibition at Sadler’s Wells.”

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis